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Season 1 Episodes

Season 1

EP 10: Is Mind Control Real?

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Is mind control real or just science fiction? In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive into the strange world of hypnosis, brainwashing, propaganda, and modern tech to uncover what’s true and what’s myth. Join us as we separate fact from folklore, covering philosophy of mind, Stockholm syndrome, cognitive dissonance, conspiracy theories, and the monster-scale fear of losing free will.

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EP 9: Polybius Urban Legend, Mind Control Disguised as a Video Game

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The Polybius arcade game from Portland, Oregon in 1981 … is it a myth, secret mind control experiment, or just an urban legend? The mystery of Polybius is one of gaming's strangest stories and the Wondering Monsters Podcast is diving deep into it. Get ready to have fun in this episode, but be careful, those who come for the video game may just stay for the mind control!

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EP 8: Unlocking Dream Potential: What's Possible and What's Not

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Lucid Dreams, Shared Dreams, things you cannnot do in dreams … In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore all things related to dreams and share very personal stories from false awakenings to real shared dream experiences. We even share some really good nightmare stories.

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EP 7: The Night Hag: Folklore, Fear, and Sleep Paralysis

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The night hag, shadow people, hat man, and more! Nothing is quite as terrifying as waking up in the middle of the night, being unable to move, and seeing something creeping around your room. As real as the experience seems, it's a good thing that it isn't real … or is? Join us in this episode to find out!

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EP 6: Why are Graveyards SO Scary?

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Graveyards aren't just places for peace and remembrance, they're the setting of our deepest fears. But why do we fear them so much? In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dig into the spooky truth behind cemeteries, burial rituals, and the undead legends that haunt them.

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EP 5: Intriguing History of REAL Zombies

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Zombies are an important part of our culture, but are they real? In the latest episode of the Wondering Monsteres Podcast, we take a look at the history of zombies from various parts of the world and how they staggered their way into pop culture.

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EP 4: Necronomicon & Cursed Books Explained

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Ever wonder if a book could actually be cursed? In our latest episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive into the dark world of forbidden books — from the infamous Necronomicon to real-life grimoires whispered about in occult circles.

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EP 3: What are Liminal Spaces and Why Do They Feel So Weird?

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Ever walked through an empty school at night and felt … wrong? Not scared. Not safe. Just off. That's a liminal space — and your brain knows it's not supposed to be there. In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the eerie, in-between places that haunt our dreams, fuel internet myths like The Backrooms, and show up everywhere from folklore to analog horror.

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EP 2: Is Bloody Mary Real?

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We said her name… and then he screamed. A childhood sleepover. A dark bathroom and … Bloody Mary? In this week's episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we share true and personal stories of fear that still linger decades later... and dig into the dark history behind the Bloody Mary legend itself.

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EP 1: Are Ouija Boards Real?

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You can buy a Ouija board at Target. But did you know it was once used to contact the dead after the Civil War… and later blamed for actual poltergeist activity? In our latest episode, we explore how a $20 board game became one of the most feared tools in paranormal history. Ghost stories, scientific theories, moral panics, and a few REAL creepy tales. Are you brave enough to watch or listen to this episode?

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EP 0: Official Trailer

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Ever wonder what's lurking just beyond the edge of history? From forgotten folklore to chilling urban legends — the Wondering Monsters Podcast digs into the strange, the eerie, and the unexplained.

New episodes every 2 weeks asking things like:

  • Is Bloody Mary Real?
  • Do Ouija Boards REALLY work?
  • Are the Necronomicon and other grimoires real and do they work?

No jump scares, just fascinating, creepy stories that make you wonder.

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